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Category Archives: Social Etiquette
Duplicate Attire at a Social Event
Ladies are more vulnerable than men to arrive at a social event to find another person wearing the same attire they have on. It is very frustrating because most women shop high and low to find the perfect outfit to … Continue reading
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Toasting for Non-Drinkers
Toasting is very common at holiday celebrations, weddings, and social office gatherings. To participate in a toast, you do not have to drink alcohol. What matters is having a beverage glass to raise and sip from. No one will notice … Continue reading
Chewing Gum Etiquette
There is nothing wrong with chewing gum if it is done quietly and discreetly. However, many people believe chewing gum is socially inappropriate. They most likely formed this opinion because so many people chew their gum with all the annoying … Continue reading
Office Holiday Party Etiquette
In case you missed my segment about office party etiquette on Fox 45 this morning, here is a re-cap of holiday party do’s and don’ts. 1. Don’t pass up the invitation. Not everyone is comfortable attending parties, but your employer … Continue reading
Seating a Lady
A gentleman will seat the lady on his right first. He will then seat the lady on his left or the hostess if they are not accompanied by a gentleman. 1. The gentleman pulls the chair out from the table. … Continue reading
Please and Thank You
Many people ask me very difficult etiquette questions. I’m thrilled people are interested in improving their etiquette skills and want to properly handle certain situations. What I am puzzled about is why people don’t practice simple everyday acts of etiquette … Continue reading
Drink Stirrers
The small, thin straws often served in drinks are for stirring not sipping. After gently stirring the drink without making clinking noises with the ice, discard the stir stick as soon as possible. If you are seated at a table, … Continue reading
How to Serve and Remove Plates
Plates are served from the left and removed from the right. An easy way to remember this is to think of the direction in which we read. Left to Right. Do not attempt to touch the plate as it is … Continue reading
Complimenting Weight Loss
When someone has lost weight, it’s very easy to say, “Wow! You’ve lost weight. You look great!” Our intentions may have been good in offering a compliment, however, it could make the person feel as though they didn’t look so … Continue reading
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Dating Etiquette – Taking Your Seat at the Theater
Unknown to many, there are rules for taking your seat at the theater. 1. Always take your seat before the house lights are dimmed. Many theaters will not allow you to be seated once the lights are lowered. 2. If … Continue reading